Monsoon Wedding
With a father panicking about money, a bride in love with another, an inattentive event planner and relatives flying in from all over the world, it’ll be a miracle if this arranged marriage — planned for the monsoon season in New Delhi — ever takes place.

Wednesday, September 2, 6:30 PM – Redwood City Downtown Library
Friday, October 9, 7:00 PM – Atherton Library
Sunday, October 11, 2:00 PM – Belmont Library
Thursday, October 22, 7:00 PM – Burlingame Public Library

Woman by Woman: New Hope for the Villages of India
Filmmaker Dorothy Fadiman presents her vivid documentary detailing the progressive change of a group of women gaining the courage to step out of traditional roles in India’s least developed villages. Part of the United Nations Association (Traveling) Film Festival.

Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM – Portola Valley Library
Thursday, October 15, 7:00 PM – Redwood City Downtown Library

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Feminine Divine in Indian Art
In Asia the worship of a mother goddess is not simply honoring the source of life but the creative instinct underlying the cosmos with its destructive powers. San Francisco Asian Art Museum docents explore the expression of female deities in Asian art ranging from simple clay pots to intricate paintings.

Tuesday, October 6, 7:00 PM – Belmont Library
Friday, October 9, 7:00 PM – Foster City Library

Henna Lounge
Oakland-based Henna Lounge comes to you! Artist Darcy Vasudev teaches the ancient art of henna tattooing including mixing recipes, design basics and application. For children 13 and up. Participants under age 18 must have a signed permission slip.

Monday, October 19, 7:00 PM – San Carlos Library
Wednesday, October 21, 6:00 PM – East Palo Alto Library
Tuesday, October 27, 3:00 PM – Woodside Library
Wednesday, October 28, 3:30 PM – San Mateo Main Library
Thursday, October 29, 3:30 PM – Belmont Library

Holistic Henna
It’s called mehndi – the ancient practice of Indian body art. Choose a design, and henna artist Daxa Patel will transform you into a royal celebrant. No age requirement. Participants under 18 must sign a release form.

Tuesday, October 13, 6:00 PM – Half Moon Bay Library
Tuesday, October 20, 6:00 PM – Millbrae Library
Tuesday, October 27, 7:00 PM – Burlingame Public Library

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Budget Travel in India
A slideshow talk by independent travelers Dan Kling and Emily Schaffer full of anecdotes and money-saving tips for travel and backpacking in India.

Wednesday, October 14, 7:00 PM – Menlo Park Library
Thursday, October 15, 7:00 PM – Burlingame Public Library
Friday, October 23, 7:00 PM – Half Moon Bay Library

Chitra Divakaruni in Conversation with Sandip Roy
Chitra Divakaruni, the acclaimed author of The Mistress of Spices and The Palace of Illusions, will appear with KALW public radio's 'New America Now' Host Sandip Roy. Roy will explore with Divakaruni the characters, themes and storylines of The Mistress of Spices. Q & A to follow as well as book sales and signings.

Thursday, October 1, 7:00 PM - San Mateo Performing Arts Center, 600 N. Delaware Street, San Mateo

Chitra Divakaruni
Chitra Divakaruni, the acclaimed author of The Mistress of Spices and The Palace of Illusions, discusses the characters, themes and storylines of The Mistress of Spices, followed by Q & A and book sales and signings.

Friday, October 2, 11:00 AM - College of San Mateo Theatre, 1700 West Hillsdale Boulevard, San Mateo

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Bhangra Collective & Dholrhythms Possibly the most vigorous South Asian dance, bhangra originated in the fertile land of Punjab to celebrate the harvest. Far from its rural roots now, bhangra is a synergistic blend of traditional dance plus contemporary styles such as reggae, drum and bass and hip-hop. Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM – Redwood City Downtown Library

Duniya Dance & Drum Company This dance company illustrates the definition of duniya (“world”) with its blending of Indian and West African song and movement into a festive, propulsive extravaganza. Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM – Skyline College Main Theatre

Family Yoga
Healthy play! Instructor Tiffany Belzer guides participants through this one-hour program of mind and body support for children and adults of all ages. Participants must bring their own mat or two towels.

Saturday, October 3, 3:00 PM – Foster City Library
Tuesday, October 6, 1:00 PM – Menlo Park Library
Saturday, October 17, 1:00 PM – Atherton Library
Tuesday, October 20, 6:30 PM – Pacifica Sharp Park Library
Saturday, October 24, 2:00 PM – Half Moon Bay Library

Kalaikoil Dance & Arts of India
Delight in the color and splendor of Bharatanatyam, the national dance of India, known for its statuesque poses and grace. It was once performed only in the country’s ancient temples, but now it’s for all to enjoy!

Saturday, October 3, 2:00 PM – South San Francisco Library
Saturday, October 10, 1:00 PM – San Carlos Library
Saturday, October 24, 3:00 PM – Pacifica Sanchez Library

Lasya Dance Company
Students from the acclaimed Lasya Dance Company perform “graceful dancing” (lasya) with demonstrations of traditional, spiritual, modern and collaborative themes.

Saturday, October 17, 3:00 PM – San Mateo Main Library
Tuesday, October 20, 7:00 PM – Portola Valley Library
Wednesday, October 21, 7:00 PM – Gellert Clubhouse (50 Wembley), Daly City

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Bhangra Collective & Dholrhythms Possibly the most vigorous South Asian dance, bhangra originated in the fertile land of Punjab to celebrate the harvest. Far from its rural roots now, bhangra is a synergistic blend of traditional dance plus contemporary styles such as reggae, drum and bass and hip-hop. Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM – Redwood City Downtown Library

Duniya Dance & Drum Company This dance company illustrates the definition of duniya (“world”) with its blending of Indian and West African song and movement into a festive, propulsive extravaganza. Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM – Skyline College Main Theatre

Kalaikoil Dance & Arts of India
Delight in the color and splendor of Bharatanatyam, the national dance of India, known for its statuesque poses and grace. It was once performed only in the country’s ancient temples, but now it’s for all to enjoy!

Saturday, October 3, 2:00 PM – South San Francisco Library
Saturday, October 10, 1:00 PM – San Carlos Library
Saturday, October 24, 3:00 PM – Pacifica Sanchez Library

Lasya Dance Company
Students from the acclaimed Lasya Dance Company perform “graceful dancing” (lasya) with demonstrations of traditional, spiritual, modern and collaborative themes.

Saturday, October 17, 3:00 PM – San Mateo Main Library
Tuesday, October 20, 7:00 PM – Portola Valley Library
Wednesday, October 21, 7:00 PM – Gellert Clubhouse (50 Wembley), Daly City

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Foods of India
Sample the exotic flavors of some of India’s most renowned dishes (including samosas!) during this tasting event. Includes a brief history, as well as audience Q&A.

Monday, October 5, 6:00 PM – Atherton Library
Tuesday, October 6, 7:00 PM – Brisbane Community Center
Wednesday, October 7, 7:00 PM – Foster City Library
Wednesday, October 14, 7:00 PM – Burlingame Public Library
Wednesday, October 21, 7:00 PM – San Bruno Library
Wednesday, October 28, 7:00 PM – Millbrae Library

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